Oarsman’s Bay Lodge
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On the shores of Nacula Island in the Yasawas, Oarsman’s Bay Lodge is an intimate adults-only island retreat shaped by nature, simplicity and genuine Fijian hospitality.
Come for the turquoise water and untouched landscapes. Stay for the slower days, warm people and feeling that there is nowhere else you need to be.
+ Location + Access
Yasawa Islands
Located at the northern tip of the remote Yasawa Islands, on Nacula Island.
Ferry Transfers
The Yasawa Flyer ferry departs daily from Port Denarau. Departing in the morning you'll arrive around in the early afternoon. This scenic transfer takes you through the Mamanuca Islands and all along the beautiful Yasawa Islands.
+ Accommodations
Deluxe Beachfront Villa
With 60 sqm The Beachfront Vale Levu is the largest accommodation option perfect for that special getaway or honeymoon in Fiji. With a private terrace including two deck chairs and comfy hanging egg chair you’ll never want to leave. Just a few steps from the beach, the Vale Levu is situated at the very edge of the Lodge grounds.
Beachfront Bures
This bure is literally steps from the water – you can hear the waves at night! Perfect for couples offering a 32 sqm freestanding, air-conditioned bure. Furnished in a fusion of contemporary style with Fijian design, including an outdoor tropical shower under the stars.
Beach View Bure
Freestanding 32 sqm bure behind the beachfront bures, ideal for couples. Contemporary-Fijian design with outdoor tropical shower, private deck, hammock, and ocean views amid lush gardens and palm trees. Ceiling fans and screened louvered windows provide sea breezes.
Beachfront Studio
Perfect for singles, couples or families, the four Beachfront Studio Rooms can pair into two interconnecting rooms. On the beachfront, steps from the white sand beach. One studio has a king bed; another has a queen plus single. Two interconnecting studios sleep up to five. Price is per studio.
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Mandatory Meal Plan
Dining is a daily mandatory meal plan format payable directly to the resort/or prepaid with your package for each day booked at the resort and includes a hot buffet breakfast, set dish for lunch, freshly baked cakes and fruit for afternoon tea, and a three-course set dinner menu.
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Culture
Join Oarsman’s experienced team for an afternoon of basket weaving and learn about the importance of coconut trees, the symbol of life in Fiji, or practice the basics of the Fijian language. Be part of a Kava Ceremony and watch the Oarsman’s staff perform a traditional Fijian dance (Meke).
Nacula Village
Explore the chiefly village of Nacula, after which the island is named. Witness first hand, village life unchanged for generations. Visit the community hall, village churches, the Ratu Meli Memorial School, Installation Rock (where new Chiefs are anointed), and the tiny hospital.
Adventure & outdoor activities
The Lodge has an activity centre that organises everything from snorkel safaris to expeditions to the majestic Sawa-I-Lau Caves, one of the ‘must-do’ activities.
Try hand-line fishing, kayak at sunrise or take an excursion to Yaromo Island.
The sunset climb to Neisau peak (238m) provides a good sense of place in the Yasawa group as you can see up and down the island chain.
Health & Wellbeing
Massage Bure is open Monday – Saturday.
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activity center
massage bure
restaurant & Bar
Wi-Fi Internet in restaurant & bar area
The information contained on this website is accurate to the best of our knowledge. All rates and availability are subject to change. Please contact our team for more information.